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Monitor Audio Silver C250 7G vs Monitor Audio Silver AMS 7G Comparison

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Monitor Audio Silver C250 7G

Passive Center Channel | 65-35k Hz

Monitor Audio Silver C250 7G
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Monitor Audio Silver AMS 7G

Passive Surround | 76-35k Hz

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Monitor Audio Silver C250 7G vs Monitor Audio Silver AMS 7G Speaker Comparison

In this review, we will be comparing two different types of speakers by Monitor Audio. Monitor Audio Silver C250 7G is a Center Channel speaker whereas the Silver AMS 7G is a Surround speaker.

Let's have a brief look at the main features of Monitor Audio Silver C250 7G and Monitor Audio Silver AMS 7G first before getting into our more detailed comparison.

Key SpecsMonitor Audio Silver C250 7GMonitor Audio Silver AMS 7G
BrandMonitor Audio
United Kingdom · founded 1972
Monitor Audio
United Kingdom · founded 1972
Design3-way2-way
Tweeter1" gold dome C-CAM1" Hard-Dome
Midrange3"—
Woofer2 x 5.25" C-CAM with Rigid Surface Technology (RST)5.25"
Frequency response65-35k Hz76-35k Hz
Sensitivity88.5 dB87.5 dB
Impedance8 ohms8 ohms
Power range80-200 watts—
Weight10.63kg / 23.4lbs3.97kg / 8.7lbs
Dimensions (H x W x D)8-1/16" x 18-15/16" x 10-3/4"
205.0 x 482.0 x 274.0mm
7-5/16" x 7-3/8" x 12-5/16"
185.7 x 187.3 x 312.7mm

Silver C250 7G and Silver AMS 7G are members of Monitor Audio's Silver series of speakers. Below you can find the loudspeakers from this series.

Monitor Audio Silver Series History
Model Body Frequency SensitivityImpedance Woofer
Monitor Audio Silver 100 7G
  
Bookshelf 35-35k Hz 87.5 dB8Ω 1 x 8"
Monitor Audio Silver 500 7G
  
Floor-standing 27-35k Hz 90.5 dB8Ω 2 x 8"
Monitor Audio Silver 200 7G
  
Floor-standing 34-35k Hz 87.5 dB8Ω 2 x 5.25"
Monitor Audio Silver 300 7G
  
Floor-standing 31-35k Hz 87.5 dB8Ω 2 x 6"
Monitor Audio Silver 50 7G
  
Bookshelf 47-35k Hz 86 dB8Ω 1 x 5.25"
Monitor Audio Silver C250 7G
Center Channel 65-35k Hz 88.5 dB8Ω 2 x 5.25"
Monitor Audio Silver AMS 7G
Surround 76-35k Hz 87.5 dB8Ω 1 x 5.25"

The sections below take each area in turn: drivers, frequency response, physical size and what you get in the box.


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Drivers

One of the fundamental differences between these two speakers is that Silver C250 7G is a 3-way design whereas the Silver AMS 7G is a 2-way speaker. 3-way designs utilize a midrange driver in addition to the tweeter and woofer on 2-way designs. Designing a crossover for a 3-way speaker is a complicated process and generally increases the overall cost of the speaker.

Woofer - 5.25 inchTweeter - 1 inchMidrange - 3 inchWoofer - 5.25 inch
Monitor Audio Silver C250 7G
Tweeter - 1 inchWoofer - 5.25 inch
Monitor Audio Silver AMS 7G

TweeterMidrangeWoofer

Front view, drawn to scale - cabinets and drivers share one scale, so sizes are directly comparable. Hover a driver for its size.

Driver Monitor Audio Silver C250 7G Monitor Audio Silver AMS 7G
Driver Setup 3-way 2-way
Tweeter 1-inch 1-inch
Midrange 1 x 3-inch -
Woofer 2 x 5.25-inch 1 x 5.25-inch

Silver C250 7G features a 1" gold dome C-CAM Tweeter, a 3" Midrange and 2 x 5.25" C-CAM with Rigid Surface Technology (RST) Woofer. On the other hand, the Silver AMS 7G features a 1" Hard-Dome Tweeter and 1 x 5.25" Woofer.

Frequency Response

Silver C250 7G has a frequency range of 65-35k Hz whereas Silver AMS 7G has a frequency range of 76-35k Hz. With a minimum frequency of 65Hz, the Silver C250 7G can go significantly deeper on the low side and provide stronger bass compared to the Silver AMS 7G's min frequency of 76Hz.

The graph below depicts how these two speakers compare with the max, min and average Low Frequency values of other speakers in the Center Channel class in our database.

Low Frequency

Center Channel Speakers

Silver C250 7G
Silver AMS 7G
Min
Average
Median

Neither pair reaches down to 20Hz, the usual definition of full-range, which is normal for speakers of this size. If you want the bottom octave for movies or bass-heavy music, add a subwoofer to whichever you choose. Visit our Powered Subwoofers section to find out more about the available options.

Impedance and Sensitivity

Silver C250 7G and Silver AMS 7G have the same Impedance of 8 ohms but where they differ is the sensitivity levels. Silver C250 7G sensitivity is rated at 88.5 dB and the Silver AMS 7G's is at 87.5 dB. This 1 dB difference makes the Monitor Audio Silver C250 7G a more sensitive speaker compared to Monitor Audio Silver AMS 7G, hence will play louder with the same amount of watts.

Sensitivity

Center Channel Speakers

Silver C250 7G
Silver AMS 7G
Min
Average
Median

Which plays louder on your amplifier?

Starting with a popular amplifier - change it to the one you own, or any you are considering, and watch both numbers move.

Monitor Audio Silver C250 7G
 
Monitor Audio Silver AMS 7G
 

Input Type and Bi-Amping / Bi-Wiring

Silver C250 7G features Binding post type posts and Silver AMS 7G has a Binding post type posts. None of these speakers feature bi-amping/bi-wiring.

Monitor Audio Silver C250 7G Terminals
Monitor Audio Silver C250 7G's Binding post terminals

Physical Specs

The size of a speaker can sometimes be an important decision factor due to space constraints or in some cases purely for esthetic reasons. In this section, we are going to compare Monitor Audio Silver C250 7G's and Monitor Audio Silver AMS 7G's external dimensions. Monitor Audio Silver C250 7G has external dimensions of 205.0 x 482.0 x 274.0mm (8-1/16 x 18-15/16 x 10-3/4inch) whereas Monitor Audio Silver AMS 7G has external dimensions of 185.7 x 187.3 x 312.7mm ().

Monitor Audio Silver AMS 7G is 294.7mm narrower and 19.3mm shorter than Monitor Audio Silver C250 7G but it is also 38.7mm deeper.

Base Surface Area Comparison
Base surface area of a loudspeaker may become a determining factor when the space in your room or desk is limited. The base surface area of the Monitor Audio Silver C250 7G is approximately 1320.7cm2 / 204.7inch2 and base area of the Monitor Audio Silver AMS 7G is approximately 585.7cm2 / 90.8inch2. The Silver C250 7G requires 125% more surface area than the Silver AMS 7G which gives it a small disadvantage on placement in tight spaces.

What's in the Box of Monitor Audio Silver C250 7G?

Here are the items that are included inside the box of Silver C250 7G:
  • Center-channel loudspeakers
  • Grille
  • 2 Jumpers (pre-installed)
  • 4 Rubber feet
  • Hex-key
  • Owners Manual
  • Important Safety Instructions


Reasons to choose Monitor Audio Silver C250 7G over Monitor Audio Silver AMS 7G

Driver Setup 3-way vs 2-way Have a dedicated mid-range driver
Sensitivity 89 dB vs 88 dB Play louder with same amount of amplification power
Number of Woofers 2 vs 1 More woofers
Low Frequency Response 65 Hz vs 76 Hz Generates deeper bass
Price per pair* 1100USD vs 1199USD costs less (*prices may change depending on the seller, location and time)

Reasons to choose Monitor Audio Silver AMS 7G over Monitor Audio Silver C250 7G

Height 185mm vs 205mm Easier to fit in smaller spaces
Base Surface Area 585cm2 vs 1320cm2 Takes less floor space

Monitor Audio Silver C250 7G vs Monitor Audio Silver AMS 7G Specs Table

Detailed comparison of specifications
General Monitor Audio Silver C250 7G Monitor Audio Silver AMS 7G
Brand Monitor Audio Monitor Audio
Speaker Type Center channel speaker Surround speaker
Sensitivity 88.5 dB 87.5 dB
Impedance 8 ohms 8 ohms
Frequency Response 65-35k Hz 76-35k Hz
Drivers
Woofer Quantity 2 1
Woofer Size 5.25" 5.25"
Woofer Composition C-CAM with Rigid Surface Technology (RST)
Tweeter Size 1" 1"
Tweeter Type gold dome C-CAM Hard-Dome
Aimable Tweeter No No
Midrange Driver 3" No
Physical Specs
Height 205.0mm (8.1") 185.7mm (7.3")
Width 482.0mm (19") 187.3mm (7.4")
Depth 274.0mm (10.8") 312.7mm (12.3")
Weight 10.63kg (23.4lbs) 3.97kg (8.7lbs)
Enclosure Acoustic Suspension
Finish n/a MDF/Lacquer
Available Colors White Gloss Black
Grille Yes n/a
Moisture Resistancy No No
Connections
Other
Parts Warranty 5 Years 5 Years
Labor Warranty 5 Years 5 Years

Verdict

Siblings in Monitor Audio's Silver series, so they share a family sound. It comes down to size, output and price.

AreaBetterWhy
BassAMonitor Audio Silver C250 7G digs deeper - 65Hz against 76Hz.
Amplifier needsevenly matchedSimilar sensitivity (89dB vs 88dB) - both want much the same power.
SizedependsMonitor Audio Silver AMS 7G is easier to place; Monitor Audio Silver C250 7G is bigger, which usually goes with fuller bass. Your room decides.
TypedependsA Passive Center Channel against a Passive Surround - a different job rather than a better one.
CabinetdependsSealed vs Ported. Sealed is tighter and happier near a wall; ported digs lower but wants space behind it.
Priceevenly matchedMuch the same money ($1,100 vs $1,199 a pair).

A Monitor Audio Silver C250 7G  B Monitor Audio Silver AMS 7G
depends neither is better in the abstract - it turns on your room, your system or how you will use them. Only specs published for both speakers are judged; anything missing on either side is left out rather than guessed.

Which should you choose?

Monitor Audio Silver C250 7G has the edge on paper, though the margin is not large. The rows marked "depends" may matter more to you than the score does. If a subwoofer is in your plans, the bass gap largely stops mattering - you would be crossing over above 76Hz anyway, so judge these on the other rows instead. In a large or open-plan room, Monitor Audio Silver C250 7G has the cabinet volume to fill it more easily; in a small room, near a wall or at desk distance, Monitor Audio Silver AMS 7G is the easier speaker to get right.

And remember what a spec sheet cannot show: how each looks in your room and whether the finish suits it, what dealer support and warranty are like where you live, and how they actually sound to you. If you can hear them first - ideally with your own music - that will tell you more than any number above.


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